He played part of one season in Major League Baseball for the Chicago Cubs in 1944 as a shortstop and third baseman.

He began his career in 1933 with the Baton Rouge Solons in the Dixie League, and continued to play until 1956.

He made his major league debut on April 18, 1944 (Opening Day) in a road game against the Cincinnati Reds at Crosley Field.

He was a good fielder for his era, handling 120 out of 125 total chances successfully for a fielding percentage of .960.

He served as a player-manager for the remainder of his playing career, and continued managing in the minor leagues until 1958.